Description
Easter Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of spring. Bursting with juicy strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds, this salad is not just visually stunning but also incredibly flavorful. Tossed in a zesty Lemon Honey Vinaigrette, it makes an ideal side for Easter brunch or a light main course on a sunny afternoon. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this Easter Salad will delight your guests and elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 12 ounces mixed spring greens
- 16 ounces strawberries (washed, hulled, & sliced)
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- sea salt
- black pepper
- optional poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread slivered almonds on a sheet pan and toast for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a Mason jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette. Shake or whisk until well blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, layer mixed greens, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, and crumbled goat cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette just before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg